You're practicing filmmaking the WRONG way

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@Kaotix_music 2 года назад

your explanation of musicians looking at their inspirations to get better, rather than practicing scales and chords is spot the heck on. I do music production for a living and get asked SO MANY times "What can I do to be better at music production!??" and the answer I give every single time is - Remaking your favorite songs. Sound by sound, drum by drum, fill by fill, even try to sound design the same leads you hear in all the synths or flip through all your synth preset packs and try to find sounds close to it and save them in a separate folder to use later for your own work. By using your ears to recreate what you hear in your favorite song to be nearly identical you learn so many things and actually *understand* what it is youre hearing and why youre hearing it. Why it makes sense to have that certain element in the song. Way bring it in one section and take it away in another etc etc. IT makes your brain wrap your head around all the concepts so much better

@AleksPlaysMc 10 месяцев назад

When I used to play my horn more I used to get asked a million times about my practicing and how I'd sound like certain guys, and all I did was listen to them and play along to their notes and then just play over a recording to play what sounds right while mimicking their sound and style. It can be good practice to look at these shots and find what defines them and make them yours even if still mimicking it. At least with music, I was able to retain that sound and that style from whatever player I would emulate so much better if I learned to play along and then followed it up by playing how I'd imagine they'd play at a different gig or on another run-through. I'd imagine it'd better internalize what characteristics are important to the shot the same as it helped me find comfort basically doing musical impressions of the different players I've admired so much. I find it really funny I got so far without understanding past what a diminished scale is, and I've still got buddies hyping me up years later in university anytime they can invite me to a gig. Might say something about these skills. Enjoy what you're doing and you'll be able to get good at it just by seeing so much of it and doing it yourself. A good lens, a decent body, and a love for looking at gorgeous shots could probably land some solid jobs. But learning all the mechanics and settings pushes you further forward into being able to consistently perform well. But sadly that's why I quit playing so much. At a certain level, you're expected to only mess up in the sense of missing a note or two in a read, but when you can't quickly read all the chords and you're not near fast enough for those pro charts then you get a big slap in the face and learn to show all the respect to those who can perform better than your best and do it every night. I'm just glad to have a hobby now and I plan to treat photography the same so I don't burn out like I did with music for a while.

@DanPeal1 10 месяцев назад

Most likely same goes with majority of art disciplines. I'm painter myself, and best way to learn it to study master paintings, 1:1 copies, in this case you have to understand how they tackled certain problems

@D5Do 6 месяцев назад

Definitely true. I don't know scales or the very basics, since I went straight to playing songs on the guitar and the piano. Now I just learn the songs I like and practice those until I can play them the way I want.

@arthurlorenzocolombini9956 2 года назад

"In theory, theory and practice are the same. In practice, they are not. " A.Einstein it applies to the whole life experience / thanks for the reminder Ryan!

@prajjwalvinodh968 2 года назад

“Wait, did I say that” A. Einstein

@imabadboi 4 месяца назад

he isn't just 'A' Einstein He is THE Einstein smh

@lifeofcarter 2 года назад

Can't tell you how much I needed this reminder to go out and practice and try and recreate some of my favorite content creators shots! Thanks!

@RyanKao 2 года назад

It’s so refreshing!!!

@mySeaPrince_ 2 года назад

@@RyanKao I have always been interested in the making of... Like thing's .. in any material and it's design & this includes how a film or game was made.. there are a few YT channels that look into this.. but I like it when DVDs include a second disc of extras and making of.. or later a documentary.. One point I notice is your film's .. your a step up from videos 😻 .. are in 18:9 but sometimes .. whatever happens (I'm watching on an android phone) and it plays in 18:9 but in the width of 16:9 having a piece at the bottom which is showing something else.. I'm not sure of the cause. It's not just your channel, sometimes by stopping that film.. going to another channel start watching for a couple of seconds and stop it.. then come back to your film can fix it.. sometimes.. I like the 18:9 and would like to upload in this format but can YT actually handle it? Ryan I've just noticed there are spam replies. Put the certain words in blocked.

@prohere21 2 года назад

This makes a lot of sense. I compare this to my experience years ago when I first started learning English. My teacher told me that instead of learning individual words it was better to focus on learning complete sentences. Now I am super motivated to practice with one of my favorite series ''MR Robot'' Thanks man!

@lewisguapo 2 года назад

Can't go wrong with mr robot, best show out there...

@prohere21 2 года назад

@@lewisguapo I've seen it 3 times already and I think this is going to be the 4th time 😂

@Bryantfstephens 11 месяцев назад

I’m literally 2 minutes into this video and got the chills. “He’s right!” Everything else I do I follow this. Even my photography I do but for some reason not my filmmaking… I’ve even heard that quote before. Thanks a lot I’ll do better to be better.

@c.allangba 7 месяцев назад

I'm telling you it's so weird😄

@ISRAADVISUALS 2 года назад

Every camera video test video "Plants is the perfect thing to shoot to test this camera"

@got2beable 2 года назад

bro MAN!!! that is the content im looking for. I am a total beginner and i always wanted to learn more about filmmaking and man you are doing such a good job on showing what we need and how we can do it. it helps me so much to start finally. thank you so much!

@ayou52 2 года назад

This should be a series on your channel! loved it man!

@WillBowers 2 года назад

been starting to do this more and more and you're so right, it helps confidence so much when you pull off a fire recreation of a shot that inspires you. thanks man :)

@samuelmaynard84 2 года назад

Awesome video bro I’m definitely going to try this! I love this idea. Is it a bit far fetched to recreate the Batman car chase scene😅

@RyanKao 2 года назад

Do it!!!!

@mySeaPrince_ 2 года назад

I saw a video on YT about.. I think it was the latest film.. most were Visual Effects .. actually done for real.. With a few Special Effects done after on a computer.. masking out the crane or rather large trolley car (17? tons) that made the Batmobile fly.. the lorry flipping was done for real, big spikes at the front of the cab and a massive air cannon under the trailer.. you see the smoke when it's upside down in the film. I enjoy watching the making of films.. Also have a look at filming miniatures and how magicians do things. Just looked at your channel.. didn't watch any videos.. Your getting a healthy number of views.. On average 154 videos.. long form.. are needed to get 1000 subscribers.. your above that ratio.. keep doing what you are doing. At about 625 subscribers traction can happen, only a theory.. I've noticed.

@kurtispeak 2 года назад

Excellent portrayal of practicing your cinematography skills and just putting them to the test Ryan! I've been itching to create stuff like this too so you definitely boosted that for me! I loved the way you edited the ungraded footage to graded and it morphed into each other to match the shot in the film.

@RyanKao 2 года назад

Thanks so much Kurtis! Give it a try!!!

@jexsestudios4772 Год назад

Literally just found your channel and all I can say is Thank you. The way you explained everything with such a chill vibe is gold. I'm usually energetic off camera, but my mood is similar to yours and you have inspired me to go out there and just create, practice, and perfect what I love!

@chrishudsonpk 2 года назад

Beautifully done, Ryan! Would love to see more of these.

@RyanKao 2 года назад

Got more in the works!! Thanks Chris

@thelazylorenz 2 года назад

This is really inspiring! You should make this a regular thing!

@DigiplayW8 2 года назад

I have been doing this with photography. I got some professional presets for Lightroom and have been examining the changes they made and then go from there on my own. I think it's the perfect way to truly grasp concepts and a fantastic way to learn

@heddlestenphotography3189 2 года назад

I love videos like this just to see people’s workflow. I get really stumped and lose inspiration pretty easily, and seeing other people struggle, and seeing how they work through things really helps me get out of the funk. It’s hard to do that when everyone shows only the perfect results, it’s not as realistic to the real process. :)

@Vishal006 2 года назад

Very true

@rinusworldzm 2 года назад

This is invaluable stuff dude. Thank you for this and I honestly understand my own frustration now at my lack of growth in my craft. Practicing the wrong way that leads too less practice. I'm switching it up form here.

@visualsofnova 2 года назад

I had all the knowhow of camera and every technicality from file format to color spaces and what not. But I quit my job last year to pursue filmmaking and when I first held the camera to shoot, my mind was blank. I had references and all but no idea how to bring things in my head to life. Since then, It been 15 months and I'm working fulltime as a cinematographer/editor. I got interested in film through Peter Mckinnon in 2016 but started shooting in 2021, with one goal, to be better than peter. I'm still far from that but I'm already able to keep up people who have 5 times the experience I have. And the approach I take is simple, I'll keep observing and copying everything I can understand, and as I get better at those, I start to see even more things I previously couldn't see and rinse and repeat until I'm at the highest level. There no ceiling to how good of a filmmaker you can be, and I'll keep getting better and better.

@australianboy 2 года назад

A very good insight into filmmaking, cinematography, and personally for photography. Imitating, attempting to simulate, framing, recreating shots… so much goodness in one video. (Also enjoyed counting “of course”)

@Alijaber7 2 года назад

Amazing outcome. Can’t wait to get to color grading/correction part

@RyanKao 2 года назад

Soon ;)

@alilogs1256 2 года назад

Both some how delivering the same message. beautiful

@apmotionbyandyphoto650 2 года назад

I dont think perfect practice makes perfect as nice as it sounds, but i do believe that Practice Makes Improvement. Because we are never perfect we just become better than we were

@RyanKao 2 года назад

Very true!!

@mySeaPrince_ 2 года назад

... Experience...

@itsalexoh 2 года назад

Loved seeing the BTS of all the scenes you recreated! My takeaway from this video is the realization of "I'm capable of creating frames that look like they can fit in those movies" when you put to practice your skills to create something you find interesting!

@lizkarendiaz7418 10 месяцев назад

Found this video through recommendations and honestly so spot on, I was just thinking of how much I don't practice my skills but get new gear, I needed to hear this and I think I found it in the perfect time! Love your videos

@RyanKao 9 месяцев назад

Really appreciate this Liz, and glad you could resonate with the message. Thanks for keeping up with the channel!!

@anthonypc1 11 месяцев назад

11:50 Wow you make that couch sitting almost look easy! 💪🏼😉 I wouldn't have guessed the core endurance that slouch took.

@jacklee7343 2 года назад

Humbling to see you continue to practice in your filmmaking journey!

@RyanKao 2 года назад

Thank you Jack!!! 🙏

@targetfilmsproduction Год назад

Very productive way of keeping your creativity fresh

@petrolpoodle 2 года назад

One of my favourite videography videos I've watched in the last 2 years of binging! What a unique, inspiring and amazingly executed idea!

@giulianogirelli 2 года назад

in the great ocean of youtube as far as filmaking is concerned, I am only now aware of your great skill in communicating concepts in a simple and effective way, even from an emotional point of view. great job Ryan, bravo bravo

@speeddemon4692 Год назад

As a beginner i never thought of it like that but i'm slowly starting to realize that the reason why cinematography or photography feel so abstract is because of the bits and pieces it takes from other things to create a contradictingly unique and skillful craft.

@alexisaguirrevideos 11 месяцев назад

Art is all about feeling at the end of the day. You have to practice getting good at transmuting intangible thoughts and feelings into meaningful experiences via art form. Which we art form you prefer, doesn’t matter as long as you feel it.

@sethdubois1790 2 года назад

Awesome overview. It's one thing to have to learn on the fly, but practicing fundamentals helps make those "on the fly" moments much easier to handle.

@nathananderson8720 9 месяцев назад

This is one of the channels that gave me the courage to start my RU-vid channel 9 months ago about self development. Now I have 1,738 subs and > 1k hours of watch time. I know it’s not comparable with others but I’m still proud I started because I’ve been learning so many lessons that I could haven’t learned without getting started in the 1st place.

@jahzbird 8 месяцев назад

Right On!

@nathananderson8720 8 месяцев назад

@@jahzbird Whoever you are, I don't know you personally but I can say that you're one of the non-judgmental and open-minded people who is not fixated on tangible or external factors in order to learn from someone like me. Just because someone doesn't have a piece of paper as a credential, doesn't mean that person is not entitled to share personal experiences with the hope & intention to inspire others. Keep up with whatever it is that you're doing to improve mankind or improving your life even to a slight degree each day. This is just one part of a bigger puzzle for creating my RU-vid channel about holistic health. I literally could have died back when I was 14 years old due to major depression but here I am right now replying to you, a RU-vidr, who's full of fulfillment and dedication to help others to be a better version of themselves. I ain't better than anyone else but my old self. That's all that really makes this RU-vid thing more meaningful and enjoyable. Thanks so much for your support! I am hoping that you can join me with this endless personal development journey! :)

@arnoldmukama996 Год назад

we need nore videos like this , i loved this one

@Supercon57 2 года назад

It's also important to not just know how to visually create those looks but to understand when and why you would use them

@Caz_snaps 2 года назад

This is good! I’ve been putting off starting to shoot random things or solo shots just walking around but it’s putting that first step and just shoot! Failure helps you get better!

@RyanKao 2 года назад

Absolutely!!! Go for it dude

@mySeaPrince_ 2 года назад

Carry a camera with you ready to film...

@rasikmohanmunda1214 Год назад

very much creative way of getting better

@RyanKao Год назад

🤗

@LeviSpangler 2 года назад

I'm not sure why people think its a bad thing to "copy" shots that you find inspiring. Thats how every artist grows.

@tubomit 7 месяцев назад

Thank you so much for this video which inspires me to practice in a much more efficient way. ♥️ from Việt Nam 🇻🇳

@jeffreyhofmeister3103 Год назад

Rayon, thank you for this presentation. It was very informative. Kind of one that makes you think about what we need to keep in the back of your minds. My dad was a mechanical engineer, he always said practice, practice and more practice will make improvement. This kind of hits home.

@alexeypunov2642 2 года назад

What a great video. Motivating, HQ results, perfect example of a great practice for a daily routine. You got my honest Subscribe, buddy

@lisavanggg 2 года назад

Your results were seriously spot on! The frame, the lighting, the colour. I'm blown away.

@Federicoxserrano 2 года назад

Love this man! What a great reminder.

@SiThuVisuals 7 месяцев назад

This is so amazing and inspiring. I finally got my on camera monitor and can’t wait to practice out. 👏🏻

@Camera_n00b Год назад

Very interesting point of view about practice... I'll try it...Thanks!

@wei-r-doe.tv.studios 2 года назад

Yes, definitely I’ve been in a major slump not having ideas or trying to save to purchase n produce good content but, this omg 😱 thank you 🙏🏾.

@marcgalang707 2 года назад

I love this video and the sponsor of this video, Canva. I use it everyday for powerpoints, social media graphics, magazine ads and all the way up to big billboards. It's insane. Now back to the video. I'm thinking of recreating a few shots from Mr. Robot and Taxi Driver.

@alexisaguirrevideos 11 месяцев назад

My 5th grade teacher taught us this same quote that you started the video with. I love her.

@TheLoftySloth 2 года назад

i love this idea. I have been wanting to do this with music videos for years!!

@RyanKao 2 года назад

Do it!! So much fun

@hogg1media627 Год назад

Great idea!!!! its fast forwarding and challenging ourselves to EXPERIENCE IN THE FIELD ACTION! good video!

@RyanKao Год назад

Yes! Thank you!

@dtyusufceylan 2 года назад

This is one of the most inspiring videos I’ve ever watched on RU-vid ! Thanks

@priyaanshu6391 2 года назад

This makes so much sense! I'm inspired. Thanks Ryan.

@iankim9684 2 года назад

you're the best! this really got me thinking. many thanks from korea I'm your big fan!

@academicdeaneducation6671 2 года назад

Context cements the concept BUT there is no substitute for drill/repetition. In fact, drill can create understanding when context may not. Greg Norman, professional golfer was approached by a fan who said "I'd do anything to have a swing like yours", to which Norman replied " no you wouldn't because you aren't willing to come out here to hit 1500/15000 balls every day.

@DanielGT_93 Год назад

Finally a good video that inspired me to try. Almost all videos talk about equipment and technical stuff, i need the ideias and inspiration. I tried all shots with my Nex 3f and an 35mm 1.6 by ttartisans, and given the equipment, i think it looked cool! Thanks

@RyanKao Год назад

Glad I could help Daniel! Thanks for watching!!

@john.richter_ 2 года назад

Practice makes perfect. Excellent video mate! 🤍

@RyanKao 2 года назад

100% 🙌

@AdamAbello 2 года назад

Awesome idea for actual practice 👏 giving some purpose to playing around love it

@CristianSGuedes 2 года назад

Yes! very inspiring! thanks for sharing.

@TristinOByrne 11 месяцев назад

Thanks man really needed this in my life

@websurfer945 2 года назад

Great point bro, mindful about the practice and works is always the key

@JosephFutsum 11 месяцев назад

The one you did on the living room, I actually liked yours a lot better, especially cuz of the hair light coming in clutch from the sun. extra saucy :)

@jared_taylor 2 года назад

I definitely agree with this and have found recreating scenes or recreating color grades from movies have help me get way better. I even had a team practice a shot for shot scene from a movie. This really grew everyone a lot. And analyzing everything with the intention of recreating it is a way more involved version of analysis

@nobacasanova 2 года назад

i know i just got into this hobby recently ive been thinking about this alot, just gotta find the right buddy to help me over

@ChaceMcLees 2 года назад

brb going to go recreate Ryan's videos for practice

@glatznatureproductions Год назад

Super inspirational and informative video. Thanks for sharing.

@RyanKao Год назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@SachaBourlon 2 года назад

Man great vid! I actually started to do that a couple of months ago, but I only took shots and composition of Netflix’s documentaries as I love their storytelling!! Nice color grade btw !!

@baller4ad 2 года назад

I loved just coming along with you on this and watching you practice framing. Felt oddly soothing. 😃

@linkfactors 2 года назад

Great exercise! Enjoyed the video. Subscribed.

@brandonfrancis1317 2 года назад

Should make this a series

@Bluehmind 2 года назад

The lighting and tha doggy 😅... Great work!!

@tomshani3349 Год назад

Amazing advice mate!

@RyanKao Год назад

Glad it was helpful Tom!!

@MrJimaja 2 года назад

That's so very true! I've been practicing wrong, I'm glad I saw your video! You have a new subscriber!

@waynosfotos 2 года назад

I think to break this down i do believe there is 2 many key elements to video. 1. Motion, you need motion in the scene or create motion with the camera. You need to be creative to do this. 2. Lighting is key, it gives mood and feeling. As with photos lighting lighting lighting. As to motion I don't like adding stuff to a camera, rigging out, bigger screen etc, because it physically limits your movement. With just the camera you can try more active movements. A camera on a gimbal or steadycam being relatively light can be far more creative than a heavy built out rig. Although it may get slight better image. You need to prioritise how you shoot.

@calvinwongmedia 2 года назад

Great video! My cinematography teacher in the past also asked us to do this exercise. We had to perfect the lighting as well too though.

@xinspiredu3294 2 года назад

Drop the best shedule practice routine

@MapleOrange 2 года назад

This definitely inspired me a lot, i really appreciate this man.

@RyanKao 2 года назад

Yoo thanks Leon!

@MapleOrange 2 года назад

@@RyanKao anytime man I’m just trying to get like you

@muhmdmorra 11 месяцев назад

I didnt find what i thought I would see from the video title, however I am glad i did watch the video! Man, this is so dam inspiring and u did a really good job! One of a few best videos touturial i found

@RyanKao 10 месяцев назад

Amazing to hear. Glad you found it inspiring!! 🙏🥲

@italoamerighi3974 Месяц назад

Great video man, totally inspired 👏🏻

@RyanKao Месяц назад

Appreciate it!!!

@stevenkralovec 2 года назад

This is inspiring, Ryan! Now I want to try to recreate shots from movies I like

@AbdulVid 2 года назад

Omgg this was exactly what I needed hahah! After the first min I was like I gotta go do this rnn but then I couldn't just not watch the rest of the piece. Loved it!

@piusgyagenda 2 года назад

This is a great video thank you Ryan for sharing

@stevenxzuber Год назад

Ryan, a wonderful piece of content right here! I am insanely impressed about how much you have grown and the overall storytelling and quality of your work. Been following you since you had like 10k subs and here you are rocking 170k and many more to come! Keep it up man

@homesickandwestbound4321 2 года назад

Great advice!!! I'm setting straight away to try some Wes Anderson inspired shots!

@mossgatherer_ 2 года назад

This is so helpful and on the nose. Thank you!

@MarcelWasserman Год назад

Loving your content, thank bud.

@jazmintabuena Год назад

This is very helpful! Thank you. Wanna try this one out soon.

@KristinaAdventures 2 года назад

wow absolutely love this idea Ryan! I always notice framing of content creators' videos and admire it, but I have never gone out to recreate them! will focus on that to improve my filmmaking. this is my first video I watch of yours, will be following you! keep up the outstanding work 😊👍

@AlexBjorstorp 2 года назад

Love this idea Ryan! Definitely something I need to try myself.

@jortex 2 года назад

Thanks for the amazing videos! Super helpful and inspiring!

@RyanKao 2 года назад

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it 🤝

@mannaffolki 2 года назад

Nice work. Thanks for the inspiration!

@backyardjunkie 2 года назад

Ryan, this is great content, inspired now to try some of this. Thanks yooo, and your assistant of course. Nice apartment by the by, love the Windows to the floor..

@KKDNerd 2 года назад

Love this. Super inspiring

@RyanKao 2 года назад

Thanks so much Kyle!

@hempstead.studio 9 месяцев назад

such a great point and video my dude

@RyanKao 9 месяцев назад

Glad you enjoyed it Bryan!

@PrendosNewZealandLimited Год назад

Last shot was pretty cool. Definitely going to try this exercise. Thanks heaps man.

@craigstynardt4990 2 года назад

Epic practice routine & Nice Interior 👍

@irandario 2 года назад

I loved this one. Congrats! So inspiring!

@webcatcher360 Год назад

whatever work for you and just enjoy the process

@GDoggProductions 2 года назад

You're so right on so many levels 😅 every time I need to test something, I just walk around my house filming random objects I actually do need to head outside and capture some real life stuff to really know if my settings need tweaking or not Great video 👏👏👏👏